New Washington distracted driving law starts July 23 – what drivers need to know

Are you ready to be “hands-free” while driving in Washington? In just a few weeks, a tougher distracted driving law with increased penalties will go into effect in Washington state. As a driver, it’s important to know what the new law prohibits and what it will cost if you’re ticketed for a distracted driving violation.

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